Akilah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Akilah has Arabic origins, meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise'. It evolved from the root 'aqil' and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is associated with positive traits such as intelligence and strength. It has no biblical relevance.
The name Akilah is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Akilah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Akilah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2208th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1745th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2925th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5228th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Akilah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Akilah"
Pronunciation
/əˈkiːlə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Akilah derives from the Arabic word 'aqil', which means 'intelligent' or 'wise'.
Meaning
intelligent, wise
Language Evolution
Aqil, Akilah
Historical Usage
The name Akilah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities as a symbol of cultural pride and heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Akeelah, Akila
Modern Popularity & Image
Akilah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with intelligence and strength.
Famous People
Akilah Hughes (writer and comedian), Akilah K. (YouTuber and influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Akilah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Akilah"
"Akilah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2208th of 19264 | 602 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1745th of 27321 | 1,224 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2925th of 35406 | 875 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5228th of 30306 | 301 |
Regional Popularity of "Akilah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Akilah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
51.86% 1523rd/2937 |
46.60% 1623rd/3483 |
62.31% 2192nd/3518 |
43.32% 1752nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.39% 1599th/3685 |
29.50% 1320th/4475 |
36.77% 1910th/5194 |
33.42% 2111th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.73% 2462nd/4582 |
45.86% 2368th/5164 |
42.91% 3138th/7313 |
50.86% 3796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
82.50% 5628th/6822 |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Akilah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Akilah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.